Marlene B O'Neill

Schenectady – Marlene B. O’Neill, 67, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, December 14th, 2021. Marlene was born in Gloversville to her parents, the late Donald and Margaret Knoblauch. She was a graduate of Schalmont High School. Marlene loved going to her happy place, her camp on Great Sacandaga Lake and most recently Saratoga Lake. In her younger years she was an avid bird watcher. She loved her dogs so much and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Marlene is survived by her daughter and best friend, Erin O’Neill (Wilton Johnson) and their children, Nashana and Joshua; her partner, Ellery Johnson; siblings, Robert Knoblauch (Audrey) and Ronald Knoblauch as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Robert C. O’Neill and one brother, George Knoblauch. Contributions in Marlene’s name may be made to the Animal Protective Foundation, 53 Maple Avenue, Scotia, NY 12302.